I’ll come straight to the point: Al Atkins is just a shade of who he used to be. His solo career never made a lot of impression on anyone and this album is no different. The album contains ten mid tempo songs that create a pretty dark atmosphere. Highlights definitely are the stunning guitar work which can be heard on almost every song, and the ending track: A very nice cover of Judas Priests’ ‘Dreamer Deceiver’.
 

Some other songs as ‘Cradle to the Grave’ and ‘Blood, Demons and Whiskey’ also made me enjoy this album, but that’s about it. The other songs are pretty boring and the sound is very dry. Also Atkins' version of ‘Victim of Changes’ doesn’t really impress. As this is a solo album I had expected more of the man himself, but his vocals don’t really touch me either…

 

If you’re a fan of his previous work you’ll enjoy this one for sure! But if you’re simply looking for some new bands, better save your money cause there’s better stuff on the market nowadays…